Wānanga Matariki Gold Coast 27/28 June 2026 (DEPOSIT PAYMENT REGISTRATION)

Mānawa maiea te putanga o Matariki — Celebrate the rising of Matariki
Mānawa maiea te ariki o te rangi — Celebrate the lord of the skies
Mānawa maiea te mātahi o te tau — Celebrate the Māori New Year

Wānanga Matariki – Deepening Your Understanding

Join us for a two-day, in-person wānanga with Rangi Matamua and Te Aorere Pewhairangi, exploring Māori knowledge of astronomy, with a special focus on Matariki. This wānanga offers a unique opportunity to connect with Matariki and its associated practices in a meaningful way.

Together, we will explore:

• Māori astronomy
• The maramataka
• Environmental indicators, and the Hautapu ceremony.

This is a safe and supportive space to engage with mātauranga Māori through both learning and practical application.

Purpose

The purpose of this wānanga is to support the growth and understanding of Matariki by strengthening knowledge of its observation and practices.

By the end of the wānanga, participants will have:

•           A deeper understanding of Matariki its history, significance, and relevance today
•       Increased confidence in engaging with Matariki ceremonies, including how to
  conduct Hautapu
• A stronger foundation in Māori astronomy, including the maramataka
• The ability to identify key stars and understand environmental indicators used in Māori astronomy
• Knowledge to support the revitalisation and normalisation of Matariki practices.

Key Kaupapa

Over two days, participants will explore:

• Māori astronomy its origins, purpose, and practices
• Matariki and the Māori New Year
• Hautapu ceremony, including karakia
• Environmental indicators and seasonal markers
• Maramataka

Participants will also receive dedicated learning resources to support their journey beyond the wānanga.

Who is This For?
This interactive two-day wānanga is for those who:

• Want to deepen their understanding of Matariki and its practices
• Are seeking to reconnect with Māori astronomical knowledge
• Are interested in learning about the Hautapu ceremony
• Wish to integrate mātauranga Māori into personal, community, or professional spaces.

Limited spaces available.

Resources Included
Participants will receive:

• Ngā Whetū o Matariki – The Stars of Matariki poster
• Karakia booklet
• Participant booklet

Venue
Griffith University, Southport, Gold Coast (more details to come)

Cost
Cost is $606.00NZD which is $500.00AUD (GST included)

• Option 1: $606.00NZD upfront at registration to pay option 1 follow this link Wānanga Matariki Gold Coast 27/28 June 2026 (FULL PAYMENT REGISTRATION – livingbythestars
• Option 2: $303.00NZD deposit at registration + remaining balance due by 22 June
  2026.

Please ensure when you are checking out you leave your email address as a means to contact you regarding additional information we may need to send you 

Refund Policy
As this wānanga involves travel from Aotearoa and significant preparation:

• Refunds are not available within two weeks of the start date
• Cancellations made earlier may be eligible for a partial refund (excluding non-
  recoverable costs)
• You may transfer your place to another person with prior notice.

Ngā mihi for your understanding of the care, commitment, and resources required to bring
this kaupapa across the moana.

If you have any questions, please reach out through our email address livingbythestars@gmail.com